An artery forceps was found inside a woman's abdomen 5 years after surgery, leading to an investigation in Kerala. This is a serious medical error.

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Kerala Woman Has Surgery To Remove Surgical Tool Left Inside Her Abdomen For 5 Years

A woman in Kerala had surgery to remove an artery forceps left in her abdomen for 5 years after a hysterectomy. An investigation is underway.